Leptoderris miegei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
miegei
ID:
199835
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aké Assi & Mangenot
Source:
ildis
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Boissiera24a: 313 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199164
Common Names
- Leptoderris miegei
- Miege's Leptoderris
- Miege Leptoderris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptoderris miegei (also called Miege's leptoderris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas and western China. It grows in sunny, open meadows and grasslands, with an average height of 20-50 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Leptoderris miegei is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptoderris miegei has yellow flowers, which are about 2 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptoderris miegei is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Leptoderris miegei
Leptoderris miegei can be found in the alpine meadows of the Sichuan Province, China.
Leptoderris miegei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptoderris miegei?
Leptoderris miegei
What is the common name of Leptoderris miegei?
Miege's leptoderris
Where is Leptoderris miegei found?
It is found in the western United States and Canada
Species in the Leptoderris genus
Leptoderris aurantiaca, Leptoderris brachyptera, Leptoderris congolensis, Leptoderris coriacea, Leptoderris cyclocarpa, Leptoderris fasciculata, Leptoderris glabrata, Leptoderris harmsiana, Leptoderris hypargyrea, Leptoderris ledermannii, Leptoderris macrothyrsa, Leptoderris micrantha, Leptoderris miegei, Leptoderris nobilis, Leptoderris oxytropis, Leptoderris reygaerti, Leptoderris tomentella, Leptoderris trifoliolata, Leptoderris sassandrensis, Leptoderris burundiensis, Leptoderris gabonica, Leptoderris robusta,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Laurent Aké Assi (1931-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aké Assi' in the authors string.
George Marie Mangenot (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mangenot' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Leptoderris miegei Aké Assi & Mangenot: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.